El Niño & irrigation planning (Philippines): President Marcos Jr. inaugurated a P833M small reservoir irrigation project in Bohol and warned El Niño could last into 2027, pushing farmers toward less water-hungry crops and climate-smart tools like solar pumps and water reuse. Fertiliser supply rules (Malaysia): Malaysia’s agriculture ministry is drafting a Fertiliser Bill to set quality standards, regulate distribution chains, and stabilize domestic supply after farmer complaints about unsuitable products during global shocks. Biofuel policy (Philippines): The Department of Agriculture backed a move to raise the biodiesel blend from B3 to B5 to cushion higher fuel prices, though timing is uncertain after earlier suspensions. Screwworm return (Central America/US): The IAEA and FAO launched a US$1m, five-year research push to scale sterile insect technique control as New World screwworm reappears in the southern US and expands containment needs. Bird flu watch (Australia): Australia confirmed a second H5N1 case in Western Australia after two sick seabirds tested positive, tightening biosecurity while saying poultry systems remain unaffected. Aquaculture finance (Norway): SalMar raised US$271.8m via green bonds to fund sustainability-linked aquaculture upgrades, including welfare and emissions cuts. Food integrity (global): FAO highlighted widespread fish and aquaculture mislabelling and species substitution, warning fraud risks to health, trust, and marine conservation. Pest pressure on sugar (Philippines): Sugarcane areas in Bukidnon face rising red-striped soft scale insect infestations, with agencies coordinating to contain spread. Digital farm marketing (India): Amit Shah will launch NAFED’s NAFEX.in auction portal to modernize procurement and improve transparency, alongside other digital and farmer welfare initiatives. EU fisheries direction: Cyprus urged reforms and stronger ocean governance as the EU reviews the common fisheries policy amid climate and stock pressures. Agriculture & health alerts (Cayman): Authorities issued a toxoplasmosis exposure advisory after testing feral cats, urging hygiene and food-safety precautions. Local resilience (UK): A historic Malton agricultural show avoided collapse after a major sponsor stepped in with multi-year support.